Buying affordable art in Singapore – it is possible!

Can you really buy affordable art in Singapore? How do you know what to look for? What should you take into consideration when buying art? When it’s a new rental property or your starting from scratch, either original artwork or prints can quickly turn four bare walls into an interesting space with personality. We asked some art places for tips on finding the right piece (that doesn’t have to cost an arm or a leg!).

LivingwithArt Singapore – Zak Lo

How would you describe LivingwithArt?

“Enter the world of Art.” Our extensive collection covers everything from 2D art pieces ranging from abstract, modern contemporary, minimalism, floral, nature and cityscape, to Feng Shui and 3D sculptures made of glass, bronze, marble, clay and wood. In addition to painting customisation, we have partnered with Faber-Castell, Germany to offer an extensive range of artists’ products and Philip Jeffries, an American wall coverings manufacturer. We are passionate about promoting local artists’ works and providing a fantastic art appreciation experience to anyone that walks in.

What are your top tips when it comes to buying art in Singapore?

Start by referencing the overall theme of your home, followed by the style of art that piques your interest. You can then come down to the gallery to discuss these points with our interior stylist and art consultants. Or customers buying art in Singapore can just go with their instincts and pick up anything that catches their eye!

What services do you offer to help readers buying art in Singapore?

Other than speaking to our stylist and art consultants, we generate mood boards for commissioned pieces to match customers’ desired outcomes. This aids better with visualisation and enables you to feel more confident with any purchases.

What’s your starting price for an affordable art piece?

Our starting price is $25 for limited-edition art prints in the smallest size or a small ceramic sculpture.

#02-05 Tan Boon Liat Building (Flagship Gallery)
315 Outram Road

#01-10 Midview City
18 Sin Ming Lane
9826 4172 | LivingwithArt

Curarto – Matt Levin

What is different about Curarto’s art collection?

We offer two different types of art so we can appeal to different budgets.

Firstly, we have our fine art. Our collection features original fine art from over 30 established and emerging European artists. They’re known for unique and masterful pieces that add a touch of exclusivity and sophistication to any environment.

Secondly, complementing the fine art is our selection of tailor-made art prints, ideal for those who want customisation and versatility without compromising on style.

Curarto art prints offer an accessible way to enjoy high-quality art and photography, ensuring that every space, regardless of size or budget, can be have personalised artwork.

How do the tailor-made prints work?

The customer can choose from over 500 original art works from 35 international artists. These prints can be tailored to fit specific dimensions and you can choose the print medium, making them perfect for both residential and commercial spaces where coherence with existing décor is essential.

What are the options for the print mediums ?

We offer a conventional canvas, a minimalist aluminium panel with a hand-applied finish to give an artisanal look, and a sleek glossy acrylic that is virtually indestructible. Plus, we even have two options for absorbing sound within the artworks – perfect for a noisy condo or hospitality setting.

Find Curarto Gallery, including its impressive statement lighting, cleverly integrated into a shared space with Spaceman’s innovative furniture in Lavender Street (open by appointment: book here).

259 Lavender Street
WhatsApp 8784 3680 | Curarto

Mr Lim’s Shop of Visual Treasures – Mr Lim

How would you describe your art gallery?

Our gallery is for folks who want something original – art that means something, not mass-produced cookie-cutter copies, not themed restaurant wall decor.  And, because everyone is different, our collection is as eclectic as it gets.

We have a blend of international and local art with works by renowned figures such as Ai Weiwei and Shepard Fairey alongside pieces by Singapore’s respected artists Tang Da Wu and Cheo Chai-Hiang. The exhibition spans various styles, from political to pop, and from surreal to hyper-real and contemporary conceptual. It’s a nuanced view of the current art landscape – a carefully curated selection that invites viewers to explore the dialogue between global and local artistic voices.

This approach has earned us a perfect 5.0 star rating from Google reviews to date, and we’ve been featured in many high-profile publications, including Esquire Singapore, The Straits Times and Yahoo News, and many cultural and art blogs, including Plural Art Mag.

What’s your top tip when buying art in Singapore?

Buy art like you’re getting a dog (or cat). Don’t buy art like you’re getting a piece of furniture. Don’t worry about matching your décor. You’re not creating a theme restaurant; you’re making your house, your home. You’re building a collection of your life, for life. It can be sad, joyful, hopeful, cool – as long as it resonates with you, then it’s beautiful and worth collecting.

What’s your starting price?

You can find some amazing originals from as low as $70. Larger works from more senior artists can go from $500 to $2,000. A signed limited-edition screenprint by artists such as Shepard Fairey goes from $250. Ultra-rare hand-painted ones can go for $2,000 to $50,000. (We also have very-limited-edition artists’ t-shirts for $39 each, and they sell out very fast!)

What services do you offer to help readers buying art in Singapore?

I like to think I offer myself, really. I’m always here to chat and help collectors at any level. I love spending time talking to people from all over. Artists often drop by too, which is great because it gives collectors a chance to meet them and learn more about their work.

Beyond that, I can help with framing, delivery, shipping – both local and international – authentication, restoration and conservation. I’ve got a network of partners who can do museum-grade work at below-market rates, and I pass the savings on to my customers. The goal is to get great art on nice walls. I really like the idea of filling everyone’s home with art they love.

8 Haji Lane, #02-01
9815 5300 | mrlimsshopofvisualtreasures.com

Zubaadhi Studio & Gallery – Rajul Shah

How would you describe your art gallery?

I am one of the artists who exhibits with at the gallery. I am a Mumbai-born American artist whose work is a fusion of the healing philosophy behind the Japanese art of kintsugi and the spiritual teachings of the chakras. Using the aura of each chakra, I create abstract meditative expressions of colour. For more info on me and my work, go to rajulshahart.com.

Zubaadhi Studio & Gallery also sponsors Canvas Connections, an art collective of 17 professional women artists. While all the artists are currently based in Singapore, they are from diverse backgrounds and have studied art here or abroad. Each artist brings her unique cultural background into the artwork.

Canvas Connections hosts at least four to five shows per year. You can stay abreast of upcoming events and learn more about the artists at canvasconnections-art.com.

What services do you offer to help readers buying art in Singapore?

These shows I’ve mentioned are an excellent place to start your collection. The affordable art is priced across several contemporary artistic styles, including
abstract, expressionism, figurative, landscape, nature and folk art. Shah’s vision for the group includes those art lovers who enjoy learning about and being in the presence of beautiful and thoughtful artwork. The artists welcome in-depth discussions regarding any of the artwork presented.

What’s your top tip when buying art in Singapore?

We welcome art collectors or art lovers at all levels. Ultimately, the artwork you take home (or to any living space) should be one that you will love being in the presence of every day.

What’s your starting price for an affordable art piece?

Prices range anywhere between $200 and $3,000, depending on the size and the artist.

Zubaadhi Studio & Gallery
rajul@zubaadhi.com | rajul@rajulshahart.com
zubaadhi.com | IG @zubaadhi.studio.gallery 

As you can see, affordable art in Singapore is no myth! We hope you’ve found this useful. You can find tons more helpful articles about all things home décor right here.